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from the executive director’s desk

he Fall has arrived and so many exciting things well! See page 11-13 for
are happening as the propane industry gears registration information
up and prepares for the busy fall and winter and links. Event registration
Tmonths ahead. Although we cannot predict is still open and we'd love
the weather for the coming season with any certain- for you to join us for this
ty, we want to ensure that members have everything great annual event! As al-
they need. This issue has a special Safety & Education ways, you can view upcom-
Section featuring a Crum & Forster article that covers ing events, along with links
the importance of documentation and the details that to reserve rooms, register
matter most. We also hope you'll read PERC's article, and pay online, or request
Your Most Successful Winter Starts Now on pages 32- zoom links on the News & Laural Bunn
33, to learn more about Winter Safety and resources Events tab of APGA's website. Strength
that are available to help your business prepare now. We hope everyone is getting ready to
In Alabama, we all know that Hurricane celebrate National Propane Day on October 7! This
Season is upon us, and it runs from June 1-Novem- year’s theme is Prepare with Propane, a nod to the
ber 30 each year. But did you know that September many ways propane prepares homeowners and busi-
is the Peak Month for Hurricanes? The National nesses across the country for whatever comes their
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) way. For more information click here.
has predicted an above-normal hurricane season for Please feel free to contact me anytime to dis-
2025. The NOAA is urging everyone to understand cuss your needs or concerns. I'm always happy to help
their hurricane risks and to start preparing now. It's our members and to promote and protect the propane
essential to prepare your customers, employees, industry in Alabama.■
and infrastructure for severe weather threats such
as storms, flooding, damaging winds, and tornadoes.
You can find several resources available to help you
and your customers prepare on PERC’s Propane and
Weather Safety webpage. PERC has helpful infor-
mation to share with your customers to educate
them about propane safety during natural disasters
like hurricanes, floods, tornadoes, and wildfires.
You can share preparedness and safety tips via your
company website and customer communications,
such as e-mails, receipts, mailings, and social media
channels. APGA encourages members to plan ahead
with their suppliers in case of supply disruptions,
infrastructure issues, and high-demand scenarios.
You can find more information and resources on
emergency preparedness and business continuity, at
www.ready.gov/business.
• For propane, refined fuels and more
The 2025 APGA Fall Gathering: Committee and • Multi-carrier SIM: Connect anywhere
Board of Directors Meetings will be held on September cellular service is available.
25-26 at the Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort at Grand • Most durable, reliable tank monitor
National in Opelika, Alabama. This event includes the on the market.
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the RTJ Grand National Lakes Course, and a networking 800.448.9504 • Best ongoing customer training and
reception and dinner. There is a well-equipped spa and bergquistinc.com support.
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plenty of activities on-site to take advantage of. Don't Storefront 24/7 ready & non-remote ready dials
forget, attendees will receive a 15% spa discount as

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